Google Chrome is a web browser developed by Google that is available on a variety of platforms including macOS. It is a popular choice for web browsing, but some users may wish to uninstall it from their MacBook. Deleting Google Chrome from a MacBook is a relatively simple process, and it can be done in just a few steps.
Using the Finder Application
The Finder application is the default file manager for macOS and it can be used to delete Google Chrome from a MacBook. To begin, open Finder and select the “Applications” folder from the sidebar. This folder contains all of the applications installed on the computer. Locate Google Chrome in the list of applications, then right-click on it and select “Move to Trash.” The application will be moved to the Trash folder, which can then be emptied to completely delete Google Chrome from the computer.
Using the Uninstaller Tool
Another way to delete Google Chrome from a MacBook is to use the Uninstaller tool. The Uninstaller tool is available on the Google website and can be used to quickly and easily uninstall applications. To use the Uninstaller tool, launch the application and select “Google Chrome” from the list of installed applications. Click the “Uninstall” button to begin the uninstall process. The Uninstaller tool will then delete all of the files associated with Google Chrome, including any user data and settings. Once the uninstall process is complete, Google Chrome will be completely removed from the computer.
Deleting Google Chrome Data
After uninstalling Google Chrome from a MacBook, it is important to delete any remaining data associated with the application. This data can include user preferences, browsing history, and stored passwords. To delete this data, open Finder and select the “Go” menu. Select “Go to Folder” and type “~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome.” This folder contains all of the data associated with Google Chrome. Select all of the files in this folder and move them to the Trash. Once the files have been moved to the Trash, empty the Trash to permanently delete the data.
Using the Command Line
The command line can also be used to delete Google Chrome from a MacBook. To access the command line, open the “Terminal” application. Then type the following command: “sudo rm -rf /Applications/Google\ Chrome.app.” This command will delete the Google Chrome application from the computer. It is important to note that this command will delete all of the files associated with Google Chrome, including any user data and settings. Therefore, it is recommended to back up any important data before using this command.
Deleting Other Google Chrome Data
In addition to the Google Chrome application, there are other files associated with the application that may need to be deleted. To delete these files, open Finder and select the “Go” menu. Select “Go to Folder” and type “~/Library/Preferences.” This folder contains all of the user preferences associated with Google Chrome. Select all of the files in this folder and move them to the Trash. Then empty the Trash to permanently delete the data.
Deleting Google Chrome Extensions
Google Chrome extensions are small programs that can be added to the browser to add additional features and functionality. These extensions may need to be deleted if they are no longer needed or they are causing problems. To delete an extension, open Google Chrome and select the “More” menu. Select “More Tools” and then “Extensions.” Select the extension that you want to delete, then click the “Remove” button. The extension will be removed from Google Chrome.
Using CleanMyMac
CleanMyMac is a popular Mac cleaning application that can be used to delete Google Chrome from a MacBook. To use CleanMyMac, launch the application and select “Uninstaller” from the sidebar. Select “Google Chrome” from the list of installed applications, then click the “Uninstall” button. CleanMyMac will then delete all of the files associated with Google Chrome, including any user data and settings.
Conclusion
Deleting Google Chrome from a MacBook is a relatively simple process and can be done in just a few steps. The Finder application can be used to delete the application, or the Uninstaller tool can be used to quickly and easily uninstall the application. It is important to delete any remaining data associated with Google Chrome, as well as any extensions that may no longer be needed. CleanMyMac can also be used to delete Google Chrome from a MacBook.